Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome PFPS near Shreveport, LA

Care Philosophy: John T. Mays, MD, works with patients step by step, beginning with conservative treatments for pain and injury before he moves to more advanced procedures like surgery. His goal is to see patients heal and recover from injury.

Biography: Dr. Moritz graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina, and earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. After completing a residency in orthopedic surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University, he moved to New Orleans where he completed a fellowship in sports medicine and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. During his time in New Orleans, he was an assistant team physician for the NFL New Orleans Saints and the NBA New Orleans Hornets. In addition to his surgical practice he is part of the Willis-Knighton Sports Medicine team. Prior to joining Bossier Orthopedics, he was part of The Bone & Joint Clinic, practicing with Dr. William S. Bundrick Sr..

Care Philosophy: Vikram "Vik" Chatrath, MD, is pleased to treat each patient as carefully as he would treat his own family, always providing the best care possible.

Biography: R. Shane Barton, MD, MBA, MPH, MS, FAAOS, FAOA, FACS, returns to the Willis Knighton Physician Network and The Orthopaedic Clinic to continue his practice in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. He will serve as executive medical director of Willis Knighton Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation. Dr. Bartons clinical expertise ranges from nonoperative sports medicine to complex operative reconstruction of the shoulder, elbow and knee, and in addressing medical issues of athletes. A native of East Texas, he graduated as a Presidential Endowed Scholar from Texas A&M University, working as a computer engineer with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. At NASA, he was awarded multiple research honors for his work in robotic vision and image processing. He then attended medical school at Baylor College of Medicine, graduating with honors as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He went on to Harvard Medical School-Massachusetts General Hospital, where he finished his fellowship training in shoulder and sports medicine in 2005, serving as the assistant team physician for the New England Patriots. While there, he served as a graduate clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School. In addition, Dr. Barton earned a Master of Public Health degree at LSU Health/LSU Shreveport and completed an MBA and Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Leadership at University of Texas at Dallas and UT Southwestern Medical School. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, with additional board certification in sports medicine. Dr. Barton has served patients in the Ark-La-Tex since 2005. He maintains an academic appointment as Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at LSU Health Shreveport where he was previously Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Through the years, he has served as team physician for many regional sports clubs and schools. Dr. Barton is also a commissioned reserve deputy with the Caddo Parish Sheriffs Office, and a tactical medical director for Caddo Parish Sheriffs Office and for the Louisiana State Police SWAT team. He is the holder of several medical device patents. He has published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, co-authored a book, written book chapters, and presented nationally and internationally. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr. Barton finds great joy in his personal life with his wife, Tammy, and his two children, Ethan (Olivia) and Ella Grace.

Biography: Erin Lynn Haifley Clements was born in Opelousas, Louisiana. During childhood she lived in Baytown, Tx., and Ruston, La., where she graduated from high school and entered Louisiana Tech University to study biology and chemistry, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2011. She earned her medical degree at LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport in 2016. She completed her Internal Medicine residency training at the same institution in 2019 and has developed special interests in patient education, geriatric medicine, and preventive medicine. She is a member of the American Medical Association and American College of Physicians. Dr. Clements enjoys living in the countryside north of Shreveport with her husband Sonny, and two dogs, Rusty and Noah. She and her husband are members of First Baptist Church in Vivian, La. In her spare time, Dr. Clements enjoys watching US Women's National Team soccer, Liverpool Football Club soccer, Louisiana Tech sports, Houston Astros baseball, and Saints football. She also loves traveling, studying the word of God, hunting, fishing, and visiting family

Care Philosophy: Dr. Carters care philosophy is to encourage strong parental involvement as she treats each patient as a whole person. This includes a childs physical, mental and behavioral health.?

Biography: Anthony J. Stuart, MD is a 2002 graduate of LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport School of Medicine. His residency was completed at University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2005. He is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Today Dr. Stuart works with patients at Tri-State Medical Clinic, part of Willis-Knighton Health System in Shreveport, Louisiana. He is a primary care provider for adults who have acute and chronic conditions.In his personal time, Dr. Stuart enjoys playing guitar, exercising and spending time with family

Biography: Dr. Joseph Jones, MD is an Internist who practices in Shreveport, LA. He is 66 years old. Dr. Joseph Jones, MD is affiliated with Willis Knighton North.

Biography: Dr. Lim received his undergraduate degree at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines and continued his education receiving his medical degree at Santo Tomas. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the Catholic Medical Center of Brooklyn and Queens in Jamaica, New York. Dr. Lim is certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He and his wife, Diana Lim, work together at Bossier Internal Medicine Diagnostic & Treatment Center. The couple have four children and enjoy music and travelling.

Biography: Dr. Balogh was born in Romania and received his medical education there before immigrating to the United States. In addition to his European medical training in anesthesia and critical care, he interned and was an Internal Medicine resident at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Balogh practiced in Many, Louisiana before joining Willis-Knighton Health System. He is married. He and his wife, Annie, have one daughter. She is currently an anesthesiologist at Cornell University. Dr. Balogh enjoys flower gardening, travel and watching sports, especially soccer.

Biography: Dr. Ton graduated from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. She took her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport. Dr. Ton is certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ton also practices at the Willis-Knighton Claiborne Regional Health Clinic.

Biography: Dr. Sanjaykumar Shah, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Bossier City, LA. He is 62 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Sanjaykumar Shah, MD is affiliated with Willis Knighton Bossier Health Center.

Biography: Dr. Robert Smith was born in Springhill and grew up in Bossier City, attending public schools and graduating from Airline High School. After graduation he majored in Biology at LSU where he also played offensive lineman as part of the 2007 National Championship team. He was accepted into medical school at LSU School of Medicine, where he earned his medical degree in 2012. After completing a family medicine residency at the University of Texas Northeast in Tyler he and his family decided to move back home to Louisiana.When he is not taking care of his patients, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with his family. Outdoor activities are a big part of his life, whether on the water or in the woods, playing football, exercising, or grilling.

Biography: Dr. Randall White, Jr. was born and raised in the Shreveport-Bossier area. Taking advantage of the educational opportunities that Northwest Louisiana offers, he attended Caddo Magnet High School, Centenary College, (where he graduated with degrees in chemistry and economics), and LSU Health Shreveport for his Doctor of Medicine. He met his wife Dr. Ashley White, a fellow Shreveport-Bossier native and current pediatric resident, while attending Centenary College. Dr. White completed his residency in pediatrics at LSU Health Shreveport. He was awarded the Outstanding Intern Award during his first year of residency. His final year of residency, he served as chief resident and was awarded the Outstanding Resident Award at graduation. After completing his residency in pediatrics, Dr. White joined the Willis-Knighton Health System and co-founded WK Preferred Pediatrics. Dr. White believes that the pediatrician's role is to be an ally with parents, helping them care for their children in times of wellness and illness. He desires to be an advocate for his patients whether they be infants, young children, or adolescents. While not in the clinic, Dr. White and his wife enjoy spending time with family, traveling, and playing with their lively golden retriever Abby.

Biography: Dr. Scott Mighell, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Bossier City, LA. He is 70 years old. Dr. Scott Mighell, MD is affiliated with Willis Knighton Bossier Health Center.

Care Philosophy: John P. Harris, MD, enjoys working with patients and getting to know them as people as he provides sustainable medical care that improves lives??

Care Philosophy: The care philosophy of Eric D. Thomas, MD, is to help patients young and old manage their metabolic health to prevent emergencies that require hospital admission or readmission.